Sunday, October 25, 2009
Reduce Constipation and Promote Digestion!
Based on how vulnerable your receptors are to opioid substances, you will or you will not be constipated consuming dairy products, wheat, other proteinous prepared food. Not all are susceptible to constipation. Lack of fibre in your food and dearth of water consumption are the main culprits of indigestion. Additional fiber is the number one way to prevent or ease constipation problems.
Reduce Constipation and Promote Digestion!
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Vijay_K_Shetty]Vijay K Shetty
Based on how vulnerable your receptors are to opioid substances, you will or you will not be constipated consuming dairy products, wheat, other proteinous prepared food. Not all are susceptible to constipation. Lack of fibre in your food and dearth of water consumption are the main culprits of indigestion. Additional fiber is the number one way to prevent or ease constipation problems. This is because fiber is not digested by the human body, it adds bulk to the digestive system and hence passes through the digestive system unchanged.
People suffering from such disorder, must make sure that they consume food rich in fibre. Which are the food products which are rich in fibre. It is found in plenty in nuts, grams, cereals, oats, seeds and other herbal supplement. It is not recommended to eat medicines to loosen up your stool as you may get addicted to these medicines and stop your body from producing the bowel movement naturally. These medicines bring about bowel movements in you so that you expel the waste. The best way to treat them, is to resort to natural methods such as drinking 8 to 10 glasses of water and adding fibre to your diet. Natural way to add fibre is to eat vegetables raw, fruits can also add to the same. Salad consisting of vegetables, grams and sprouts is a good idea for snacks and to boost your digestive system. You can also add flax seeds to your morning cereal.
Others include food high in Chlorophyll, such as Parsley or Alfalfa..Chlorophyll is found in green leafy vegetables. Eat organic foods whenever possible it may help with good digestion. It is also helpful to chew your food carefully and slowly to better your digestion. Exercise must be added to your daily regimen in order to promote good bowel movement.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
The Key to Good Nutrition in Combating Childhood Obesity
The Key to Good Nutrition in Combating Childhood Obesity
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dr._Marta_Katalenas]Dr. Marta Katalenas
In the United States, food prices are rising, and that may lead to more quick trips to the nearest fast food joint. However, home cooking can be very economical and is certainly more nutritious. Americans could learn from the people of Spain, who have a much lower incidence of childhood obesity, and who treat mealtime as a family rite.
The increasing incidence of obesity in our society calls for a careful analysis of possible causes, as well as investigation and application of useful advice. Here is the key to a solution that sound simple but is, in fact, not so easy to comply with: Just pay attention to the quality of the food you choose; eat small portions of it, and schedule your meals.
The global economic crisis is affecting different countries in different ways, when it comes to its effects on the obesity epidemic. One would expect a reduction in food consumption, and therefore a decrease in the incidence of overweight patients. It makes sense. But here, in the United States, the increase in the price of food may augment the consumption of fast food, which is cheap and easy to acquire. When we add up the cost of buying fresh food, the time it takes to prepare, and the fact that it tends to spoil quickly if it is not consumed in time, like in the case of fruits and vegetable, the math may favor a visit to the nearest fast food joint.
It is worth to look at other societies for guidance. Spain is a good example for comparison. Spaniards value their food dearly; eating is a rite and everybody still schedules their day around meal breaks. Quality is of first importance; they don't just eat anything available. They would rather eat small amounts of good quality than indulge in large portions of junk. Meal times are scheduled and everyone gathers around the table, rather than eating on the go.
Since they follow the 3 key components for good nutrition, their incidence of obesity and cardiovascular disorders is still low, when compared to ours. The impact of fast food restaurants, offering poor nutrition at an affordable price, finds its main clientele among the very young in Spain. The main core of the population won't replace good food with fast food. A Spanish newspaper published recently that the economic crisis is causing a decrease of near 60% in the number of citizens that eat out. They do have plenty of restaurants able to prepare fish, good meats and legumes they like to consume. But since good food is getting more expensive, they can't afford to visit those good restaurants as often. Their alternative is to stay home and cook the food themselves. The fast food option doesn't seem to be a viable one for the majority of the population.
Very different from what we do here in America. We work hard and we work fast. There is no time for a daily trip to the grocery store; there is no time for food preparation; there is no way we can afford to waste food - we think. Instead we waste our health. Television ads remind us that for $5 we can have a large meal for two consisting of sizable amounts of carbohydrates and bad-for-you hydrogenated oils and preservatives, together with a mug of an all-you-can-drink combination of sugar and water.
Old habits are hard to break. I suggest you start now, especially if you have young children in your family. They are going to learn the eating habits they experience at home; they are going to learn from you. Fast food should be a treat to use exceptionally.
Cooking is an art and a stress relief at the end of the day. I also suggest doing most of the shopping and cooking on the weekend, when we have more time, and keeping prepared food in the refrigerator or freezer for the rest of the week.
Quality, Quantity and Timing are the Keys to Good Nutrition:
Schedule 4 meals per day, consisting of breakfast, lunch, snack and dinner.
Make a menu for each day of the week and buy only the ingredients you need for food preparation.
Eat small portions and stop when you are full.
Drink only water or milk.It sounds simple, but it takes some time to create the habit.
Don't know how to cook? Try watching Jose Andres, a world-renowned chef who shares his recipes on a 30-minute television program shown in PBS. The name of the show is Made in Spain. It is fresh, it is easy and it is HEALTHY. The smells coming from your kitchen would amaze you, your family and your friends.
Pediatrician Dr. Marta Katalenas is on a crusade against childhood obesity. Children are not responsible for buying or preparing their own food, and Dr. Katalenas believes the cooperation of the entire family is essential in the fight against childhood obesity. She is available for public speaking engagements and is located in the Austin, Texas area. [http://www.pediatriccenterofroundrock.com]Pediatric Center of Round Rock
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Monday, October 12, 2009
What's All the Fuss About Indole 3 Carbinol Endometriosis?
What's All the Fuss About Indole 3 Carbinol Endometriosis?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Emma_Kinsley]Emma Kinsley
Indole 3 carbinol endometriosis treatment is becoming more popular as a treatment for endometriosis and is derived from cauliflower, cabbage and brussel sprouts. Endometriosis is caused by the formation of endometrial tissue outside the uterus. This tissue consists of stroma and glandular epithelium.
Endometriosis is not a fatal disease, but it causes distressing symptoms such as sub-fertility, pelvic pain and heavy irregular periods. Additionally, it can also have a big impact on your everyday life as the symptoms can be so severe that your social, marital and professional life is often affected.
It is used to reduce this estrogen levels and by so doing inhibits the growth and spread of the endometrial tissue. Your body produces three kinds of estrogens they are estradiol, estrone and estriol with the most potent of these being estradiol. Indole 3 carbinol endometriosis treatment signals to the ovaries that they need to stop creating estradiol.
The level of endometriosis is dependent on the level of estrogen in your body. It has been found that estradiol the more potent estrogen, is produced at a much higher level in women suffering from endometriosis. The treatment suppresses the production of estradiol.
Studies have found that the endometrial lesions also produce estrogen themselves. This means that there is higher estrogen levels (higher levels than that found in the rest of the endometrium) in areas where you have lesions. This is because the estrogen metabolism is impaired causing an environment of excessively high estrogen levels.
Indole 3 carbinol endometriosis treatment causes an increase in the weaker estrogens, estrone and estriol and reduces estradiol the stronger estrogen. The benefits are two fold. First the stimulatory effect of estrogen is reduced in the endometrial tissue. Secondly, there is a reduction in the risk of ovarian and breast cancer.
This treatment is given by a prescription for indole-3-carbinol that is taken at various doses based on the severity of your endometriosis. It works by giving the liver enough raw material to metabolize and eat up estradiol and by so doing reduces it.
This does not imply that estradiol is bad for you. In fact, estradiol is responsible for the growth of your uterus, vagina and fallopian tubes. It is also the most important estrogen produced by your body and is produced by the ovaries, placenta and adrenal cortex.
Additionally, it takes a part in distributing body fat in women and curbs height. It is also responsible for the development of outer genitals and breasts. However, in excess it causes complications such endometriosis, making indole 3 carbinol endometriosis treatment ideal.
Some of the side effects associated with this type of treatment include hot flashes. You don't need to worry too much about these as they are temporary in nature. It is also important to note that indole 3 carbinol endometriosis treatment should only last a few months.
It has been found that DIM (Diiindolymethane), a health promoting compound found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, brussel sprouts and cabbage is less effective. DIM has been used over the years to reduce estradiol while promoting the less potent estrogens. Therefore, you should get better results with indole 3 carbinol. With the reduction in estradiol levels, your endometriosis will get better and the side effects will be reduced.
You may need to use this treatment along with other complimentary treatments as well so be prepared for that too.
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